Cigna Corp (CI)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
CI
Cigna Corp
$288.06
+1.42%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $75.14B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$151.95
-3.37%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $43.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cigna Corp generates 3175% more annual revenue ($277.89B vs $8.49B). YUM leads profitability with a 20.5% profit margin vs 2.3%. CI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. CI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
CI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
YUM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+79.2%
Fair Value
$1363.84
Current Price
$288.06
$1075.78 discount
Margin of Safety
-76.3%
Fair Value
$90.20
Current Price
$151.95
$61.75 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 31.0%
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
15.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
4.6% revenue growth
2.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CI
The strongest argument for CI centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.83 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.5% and operating margin at 31.0%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CI
The primary concerns for CI are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CI profiles as a value stock while YUM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
YUM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.60 — expect wider price swings.
YUM is growing revenue faster at 15.2% — sustainability is the question.
CI generates stronger free cash flow (864M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CI scores higher overall (68/100 vs 65/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Cigna Corp
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Cigna is an American multinational managed healthcare and insurance company based in Bloomfield, Connecticut. Its insurance subsidiaries are major providers of medical, dental, disability, life and accident insurance and related products and services, the majority of which are offered through employers and other groups (e.g. governmental and non-governmental organizations, unions and associations).
Visit Website →Yum! Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Yum! Brands, Inc. is an American fast food corporation listed on the Fortune 1000. Yum! operates the brands KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, The Habit Burger Grill, and WingStreet worldwide, except in China, where the brands are operated by a separate company, Yum China.
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